Guernsey faces 'complex challenges' say charities

Chairman Wayne Bulpitt said the association wanted strong relationships with political leaders

Communities in Guernsey face "complex challenges that cannot be solved by the government alone", according to the island's charities association.

The Association of Guernsey Charities said it wanted to create a roadmap to work with the States on solutions.

The association, which represents more than 300 local organisations, is inviting prospective deputies to attend the launch of its manifesto on 25 March at an event at horticulture charity Grow.

Chairman Wayne Bulpitt said: "We want to help potential deputies understand the real impact of the charity sector, explore its diversity and unique strengths."

Mr Bulpitt said the charity sector was a "strong partner in building a resilient future" and the organisation wanted to forge "effective relationships with the future political leaders" from the start.

The association said deputies attending would find out more about the role of the bailiwick's charity sector and how it could work with government.